I’m Nicola Brooker

Why am I here? Well just like you I’d forgotten about me.

A busy mum of 5 with 2 dogs and a partner of 16 years, Martin and I met in the work place and soon become attracted to each other, little did I know then how my life would be flipped upside down by his alcoholism and addictive nature. Becoming withdrawn from family and friends and protector of myself and childen keeping our family’s secrets behind closed doors and really forgetting who I was and that I even mattered.

I’d been encouraged by fabulous friend to join her on an early sunrise dip with Blossome and it was during that early morning with others that I felt safe and cared for, enough that I opened up to have a conversation about what I had been through with my alcoholic partner. The whole experience took me by surprise. The realisation that there are kind people with no agenda other then to help me feel better about myself.  I was invited to join the summer self care 12 week programme in 2024 and I’ve not looked back. My journey has taken me from strength to strength, the belief, kindness and growing self- compassion for myself was never imaginable.

Why I got involved with Blossome

Joining the Blossome community has helped me grow so much, and as my own healing journey continues being Invited to share my stories, offering encouragement and support to others facing difficult times with loved ones suffering with alcoholism and addictions in a safe space is an honour.